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Lavender Cake with Lavender Buttercream Frosting Recipe

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This Lavender Cake Recipe with Lavender Buttercream Frosting is a delicate and fragrant dessert combining the floral notes of culinary lavender with a moist buttermilk cake base. Perfect for special occasions or afternoon tea, this cake features a buttery, tender crumb infused with lavender and topped with a smooth, lavender-scented buttercream frosting.

Ingredients

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Cake

  • 1½ Sticks (¾ Cup) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1½ Cups granulated sugar
  • 2 Large whole eggs, room temperature
  • 4 Large egg yolks, room temperature
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 3 Cups all-purpose flour
  • 4 tsp baking powder
  • 1 Tbsp dried culinary lavender, finely crushed
  • ¾ tsp salt
  • 1¼ Cup buttermilk, room temperature

Lavender Simple Syrup

  • ⅓ Cup granulated sugar
  • ⅓ Cup water
  • 2 Tbsp dried culinary lavender

Lavender Buttercream Frosting

  • ½ Cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 2⅓ Cups powdered sugar, sifted
  • 2 Tbsp cooled lavender simple syrup
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Prep Oven & Pans: Preheat your oven to 350°F (177°C). Grease and line two 8-inch round cake pans with parchment paper to ensure easy removal of the cakes after baking.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, finely crushed dried lavender, and salt to evenly distribute the rising agents and lavender throughout the batter.
  3. Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, use an electric mixer to cream the softened butter and granulated sugar until the mixture becomes light and fluffy. Then beat in the whole eggs one at a time, followed by the egg yolks and vanilla extract, ensuring each addition is fully incorporated before adding the next.
  4. Combine Ingredients: Alternately add the dry ingredient mixture and buttermilk to the wet ingredients, starting and ending with the dry mix. Use the mixer on low speed to combine everything gently to avoid overmixing, which can toughen the cake.
  5. Bake: Evenly divide the batter between the prepared cake pans. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. After baking, let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then invert them onto a wire rack to cool completely.
  6. Make Lavender Simple Syrup: While the cakes are baking and cooling, combine the granulated sugar, water, and dried lavender in a small saucepan. Simmer over medium heat, stirring until sugar dissolves. Remove from heat and let the lavender steep for 15-20 minutes, then strain out the lavender buds. Allow the syrup to cool fully before use.
  7. Make Buttercream: Beat the softened butter until creamy and smooth. Gradually add the sifted powdered sugar, beating continuously to maintain a light and fluffy texture. Add the cooled lavender simple syrup and vanilla extract, and beat until the frosting is light and fluffy and infused with lavender flavor.
  8. Assemble: Once the cakes are completely cool, level the tops if needed to ensure even stacking. Place one cake layer on the serving plate and brush generously with the cooled lavender simple syrup. Spread an even layer of the lavender buttercream on top. Place the second cake layer on top, upside down to create a flat surface, and brush with the syrup again.
  9. Frost the Cake: Apply a thin crumb coat of buttercream all over the cake to seal in crumbs. Chill the cake in the refrigerator for 15-20 minutes to set the crumb coat. Then apply the remaining buttercream smoothly over the top and sides of the cake. Decorate as desired to finish your elegant lavender cake.

Notes

  • Fine crushing the dried culinary lavender releases its oils more effectively for a better flavor infusion in the cake.
  • Allowing the cake layers to cool completely prevents the frosting from melting when applied.
  • The lavender simple syrup not only adds flavor but also helps keep the cake moist.
  • Use room temperature ingredients for best mixing results and tender crumb.
  • The crumb coat step ensures a smooth final frosting layer and prevents crumbs from mixing into the frosting.

Keywords: lavender cake, lavender buttercream, floral cake, buttermilk cake, homemade cake, floral frosting, baked dessert

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